As a Purple Star School, we are committed to our military and their familes. We are raising funds for Disabled American Veterans (DAV) through our Field of Flags campaign to honor the brave men and women who have served and sacrificed for our country.
Every donation helps provide vital, life-changing services to veterans and their families.
❤️ How you can help:
Donate to our fundraiser page.
Share this post to spread the word!
👉 Support our campaign here: https://support.dav.org/participants/Janie-Walburn
Thank you for helping us honor our veterans! 💙
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💙🐾 LET’S MAKE A DIFFERENCE, WAMPUS CAT NATION! 🐾💙
Our CATS in Community Food Drive is underway, and we need your help! 🥫 Together, we can support Conway Public Schools families by providing food and resources to those in need this Thanksgiving season.
📅 Collection Dates: Now through November 17
📍 Drop-Off Locations:
• Conway High School
• Kroger – Prince Street
• Walmart – Highway 65
• United Way – 1107 Main Street, Conway
• Conway Junior High School
• All Conway middle schools
🥫 ITEMS WE’RE COLLECTING:
🥜 Proteins & Soups: Peanut butter, canned tuna, soups
🍝 Pantry Staples & Meals: Mac and cheese, pasta, pasta sauce, instant mashed potatoes, ramen noodles, boxed meal kits
🥫 Sides & Breakfast: Canned vegetables, canned fruit, applesauce, crackers, granola bars, cereal, breakfast bars
Please ensure all food items are sealed and within their expiration dates!
📣 MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
Our food distribution day will be Friday, November 20, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Conway High School Roundabout.
CATS in Community is dedicated to supporting our school families by providing food and resources to those in need. Every donation makes a difference, and together, we can help make this Thanksgiving a little brighter for our Wampus Cat families! 💙
Thank you for showing what it means to be a Wampus Cat and a champion for our community!
We are so proud of our students and staff for hitting the books and turning those pages! Huge congratulations to our grade-level leaders, staff top readers, and the leading classes.
5th Grade - Iris M, Ky’Ndell B, Monica C
6th Grade - Jackson B, Timothy W, Clayton G
7th Grade - Joseph K, Corey G, Kaden M
Staff - Mrs. Taylor, Mrs. Walburn, Mrs. Henderson
Classes - Walburn 6th, Henderson 2nd, Walburn 2nd
Parents, keep that momentum going at home! Encourage your students to log their reading minutes in Beanstack today so they can be recognized in our next roundup.
Keep reading and roaring, Wampus Cats! 📖💙
Join us in celebrating these outstanding Wampus Cats for going above and beyond! 🐾✨
🔹 Ramses M. – A responsible, kind, and considerate role model who takes ownership of his actions, respects everyone around him, and tackles challenges with a great attitude!
🔹 Iris M. – A hardworking and dependable student who always gives her best effort and makes great choices. Iris loves helping her classmates succeed every single day!
We are so proud of your hard work, leadership, and positive example. Keep shining, Iris and Ramses! 💙👏
Our Theater Club students had an incredible opportunity to watch a live, in-school performance by the amazing team from TheatreSquared! Seeing professional actors bring stories to life right here on campus was an unforgettable masterclass in performance, stage presence, and storytelling.
A huge thank you to TheatreSquared for inspiring our young performers and showing them what's possible on stage! 🌟✨
#SimonStrong #WeAreSimon
Our Parent-Teacher Conferences are coming up.
Mark your calendars for Wednesday, October 21st, 10 AM - 7 PM!
We are excited to partner with you for student success. Conferences will be on a drop-in basis.
Please note staff lunch breaks:
11:15 AM - 11:45 AM - SPED, Art, Math, Music, LMS, Coaches
11:45 AM - 12:15 PM - Science, ELA
12:15 PM - 12:45 PM - Reading, Social Studies
Congratulations to Chase Wilson, our building substitute, on being named Misty Givens Agency’s Staff Member of the Month! 👏✨
Chase is the perfect example of what it means to Raise the Standard and go the extra mile. Whether he’s supporting students in the classroom, helping clean the cafeteria, assisting at the front desk, or stepping in wherever needed, Chase brings a positive attitude and a servant’s heart to work every single day.
Thank you for your dedication to Simon Middle School, Chase—we are so grateful for all you do! 💙
#SimonStrong #WeAreSimon
To wrap up National School Lunch Week, we want to send a massive THANK YOU to our hardworking Food Service team! From early morning prep to afternoon cleanup, you show up every day with big smiles to fuel our students for success. We are so lucky to have you on Team Conway! Leave a thank-you note in the comments for our nutrition crew! 🥪💙🐾
#WeAreWampusCats #TeamConway #ChampionsForKids
It takes serious experience to run a championship food service program! Did you know our CPSD food service staff members have a combined total of 425 years of experience in school food service? Talk about a dedicated, expert squad taking care of our students! 💪💙
#WeAreWampusCats #TeamConway #ChampionsForKids
Simon Middle School students in Cooking Club are mixing ELA, math, and chemistry right in the kitchen! From measuring volume and scaling recipes to observing heat-driven chemical reactions, our young chefs are learning that cooking is full-flavored STEM in action.
Tastes like a recipe for success! 👩🍳👨🍳
#SimonStrong #WeAreSimon #STEMinAction
🍗 National School Lunch Week: Fact #3!
Can you guess the fan-favorite meal in our cafeterias? The #1 lunch entree across CPSD is chicken tenders served with macaroni & cheese and a warm roll! It is a classic for a reason. What was your favorite school lunch growing up? Tell us in the comments! 🧀😋
#WeAreWampusCats #TeamConway #ChampionsForKids
Big break ahead, Wampus Cats! Reminding all families that students will have an extended break from October 20th through October 23rd.
Here is the multi-day breakdown:
🛑 Oct 20: Teacher Work Day (No school for students)
💬 Oct 21: Parent/Teacher Conferences (No school for students)
🍁 Oct 22-23: Fall Break (Schools & Offices Closed)
🐾 Oct 26: Return to School
We are so proud of the hard work our students and staff have put in so far this term. Enjoy the time off, rest up, and let's come back ready to win together as Team Conway! 💙
#WeAreWampusCats #TeamConway #ChampionsForKids
🍎 National School Lunch Week: Fact #2!
Here is a fun stat for your Tuesday: CPSD students consume over 520,000 packages of apple slices every school year! That equals more than 65,000 pounds of fresh apples keeping our kids healthy and energized. Way to go, Wampus Cats! 🍏🐾
#WeAreWampusCats #TeamConway #ChampionsForKids
To kick off the week, here is our first big stat: Did you know our CPSD Food Service team serves over 1 million lunches across the district every single school year?
That takes a massive amount of prep, care, and friendly smiles in the lunch line. Thank you to our incredible nutrition crew for keeping Team Conway fueled and ready to excel! 🍎🥪💙🐾
#WeAreWampusCats #TeamConway #ChampionsForKids
We are so proud of our talented singers who earned a spot in the All-Region Choir! Please join us in celebrating their amazing accomplishment and hard work:
Cantabile Choir (Treble Choir):
Crystal S.-D.– Soprano 1 (8th Chair)
Crosby E.– Alto 2 (5th Chair)
Paris K.– Alto 2 (15th Chair)
Vox Anima (Tenor/Bass Choir):
Clayton K.– Tenor 1
Macoy M.– Tenor 1 (not pictured)
Way to represent Simon Middle School!
#SimonStrong #WeAreSimon
Ready, set, trade! 📈
At the beginning of the year, Ms. Smith’s Gifted and Talented students took a deep dive into the business world to prepare for the upcoming Stock Market Game!
First, they read the book "Lawn Boy" to see how a small summer job can turn into a huge enterprise. Then, students jumped into an awesome trading activity from Economics Arkansas! 🗺️✨
Our young entrepreneurs spent the day exploring:
Voluntary Trade 🤝 (How trading helps both sides win!)
Specialization 💡 (Why focusing on one skill makes us stronger!)
Medium of Exchange 💵 (How money makes the world go 'round!)
It was an incredible day of hands-on learning, and Ms. Smith's future investors are officially ready to take on the market! 🚀📊
Please join us in celebrating two incredible members of our Simon family who make a difference every single day.
🍎 Teacher of the Month: Ms. Larson
Ms. Larson has embraced her new role with enthusiasm, humility, and dedication. Whether she’s setting high expectations for her students, seeking out best practices, or stepping up as a true team player, she proves what it truly means to be #SimonStrong in everything she does!
✨ Employee of the Month: Ms. Angela
Known as the official "Queen of Clean," Ms. Angela goes above and beyond to keep our campus safe, healthy, and pristine. Dependable, compassionate, and quick to lend a helping hand to students and staff alike, she is a true gem of the SMS crew!
Thank you both for your hard work, positive energy, and commitment to excellence. We are so lucky to have you! 💙
#SimonStrong #WeAreSimon
Get ready to dress up and show your school spirit with our upcoming Hat Days and PJ Days! Check out the schedule and guidelines below:
🎩 HAT DAYS
Dates: Dec 11 | Jan 8 | Mar 5 | May 7
⚠️ Note: Standard hats only! Scarves, bonnets, durags, or similar head coverings will not be permitted.
💤 PJ DAYS
Dates: Oct 9 | Nov 13 | Jan 22 | Feb 12 | Apr 16
⚠️ Note: Keep it cozy, but keep it classic! All pajamas must be school-appropriate.
Which theme are you most excited for? Drop a comment below! 👇
🌟 Huge congratulations to our 7th Grade Students of the Month! 🌟
📚 Asle brings focus, determination, and thoughtful ideas to class every single day. Her love for reading and passion for learning shine through in everything she does!
⭐ Jihad leads by example with his incredible work ethic and positive attitude. Always kind, attentive, and patient, he truly embodies the Simon Standard every day!
We are so proud of you both! 👏🎉
#SimonStrong #WeAreSimon
#WeAreWampusCats #TeamConway #ChampionsForKids
